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LOT 240 NΩ

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 'Crown Edition' Coupé Registration no. not UK registered Chassis no. WDD 199376-1M-001674 Engine no. 155980-60-001161

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Lot 240N,Ω

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 'Crown Edition' Coupé

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 'Crown Edition' Coupé
Registration no. not UK registered
Chassis no. WDD 199376-1M-001674
Engine no. 155980-60-001161

• Built to Swiss specifications
• Numerous special features including engine upgrade (650PS)
• Circa 41km on the odometer
• Dry stored since acquisition
• Requires re-commissioning

Manufactured between 2003 and 2010, their new SLR supercar allowed Mercedes-Benz and its then Formula 1 partner, McLaren, to showcase their collective experience in the development, construction, and production of high-performance sports cars, and just like its legendary 300 SLR predecessor of 1955, it incorporated technological developments that were ahead of their time. Yet the term 'supercar' does not do full justice to the SLR, which, its peerless performance notwithstanding, is a luxurious and finely engineered Gran Turismo in the best traditions of Mercedes-Benz.

Needless to say, the SLR McLaren delivers performance figures that are still among the best in its class. Taking just 3.8 seconds to sprint from 0-100km/h (62mph), it passes the 200km/h (125mph) mark after 10.6 seconds and from a standing start takes just 28.8 seconds to reach 300km/h (186mph). The two-seater has a top speed of 334km/h (207mph). The five-speed automatic transmission was specially optimised for very high torque while affording the choice of different shift characteristics using the Speedshift system.

Finished in Yellow with Silver Arrow Red leather interior, the SLR McLaren offered here was built to Swiss specifications. An exclusive 'Crown Edition' variant, it comes equipped with various '722' model options:

Carbon fibre front splitter, rear diffuser, rear wheel dams and front floor
Front and rear aero dams
Lighting
Air brake deployment angles
Vehicle ride height and dampers
Wheel rims in polished aluminium
Engine 650PS (641bhp), ECU and low temperature cooler
Gearbox control unit, ESP control unit and SBC software.

In addition, this car also features the 19" brake system, top shell grilles, brake calipers in gold, and visual woven pre-preg carbon fibre air brake. Offered with copies of its purchase invoice and manufacturer's Certificate of Conformity, the car has spent most of the time since delivery on static display and will require recommissioning before further use.

Please note that this vehicle is only offered with a photocopy of its old registration document, bidders should satisfy themselves as to registration requirements in their own jurisdiction. Please contact the department for further information.

Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If the buyer also chooses to ship with CARS UK, this will be quoted separately. If this vehicle is to stay in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the standard rate of 20% and Import Duty at 10%+VAT on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department.

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